Northern Ireland – Communications and Digital Engagement Assistant

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The NI region is currently recruiting a 12-month, fixed term Communications and Digital Engagement Assistant.
Region
Northern Ireland
Location
Belfast
Starting salary
£32,535 per annum
Closing date
27 September 2023
Hours
35
Contract type
Full time, fixed term
Contract length
12 month fixed term
Reference
R5/36T

About this job

The role of the Communications and Digital Engagement Assistant is to provide support to the Regional Management Team to develop, promote, deliver and evaluate consistent and effective communication and digital engagement initiatives, campaigns and programmes that promote a positive external image of the union and its policies; maximise member engagement; meet our key objectives, and grow and strengthen the union for the future.

In particular, candidates must show the ability:

  • to assist with the development, promotion, delivery and evaluation of UNISON NI’s websites, social networking sites and digital communications systems to optimise member recruitment, engagement and retention; and
  • to assist with research and preparation of print and online digital newsletters, publicity materials and other communications that help promote UNISON’s key messages and campaigns.

You will have excellent presentation skills and communication skills, both face-to-face and on paper.

A sound understanding of trade unions and their objectives is essential along with a good understanding of UNISON’s policies and objectives.

You will need to be able to travel within the region for meetings/training as required. 

How to apply

To apply for this opportunity, complete the general application form and monitoring forms (under “Documents”) and see job description and person specification (under “Documents”).

Please send 1 copy of the completed forms along with the NI Equality Monitoring Form to Michele Bradford, Regional Administrator, UNISON, Galway House, 165 York Street, Belfast, BT15 1AL quoting the correct reference. Alternatively, please e-mail 1 copy to m.bradford@unison.co.uk.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email. Interview date and time will be notified by email.

The closing date for completed applications is Wednesday 27 September 2023 at 5pm.

About UNISON

UNISON is the UK’s leading public services trade union, with over 1.3 million members working in the public sector, private, voluntary and community sectors and in the energy services. We employ approximately 1,200 staff, with around 370 at our national centre in Euston in central London and the remainder in our 12 regions across the UK, including Northern Ireland.

UNISON is a dynamic, progressive union, committed to equality. We encourage men and women of all ages, Black and minority ethnic groups, disabled people, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people to work with us.

Disability Confident Committed
Mindful employer

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